Synopsis
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As you read these words, copies of you are being created.
Sean Carroll, theoretical physicist and one of this world's most celebrated writers on science, rewrites the history of 20th century physics. Already hailed as a masterpiece, Something Deeply Hidden shows for the first time that facing up to the essential puzzle of quantum mechanics utterly transforms how we think about space and time. His reconciling of quantum mechanics with Einstein's theory of relativity changes, well, everything.
Most physicists haven't even recognized the uncomfortable truth: physics has been in crisis since 1927. Quantum mechanics has always had obvious gaps-which have come to be simply ignored. Science popularizers keep telling us how weird it is, how impossible it is to understand. Academics discourage students from working on the "dead end" of quantum foundations. Putting his professional reputation on the line with this audacious yet entirely reasonable book, Carroll says that the crisis can now come to an end. We just have to accept that there is more than one of us in the universe. There are many, many Sean Carrolls. Many of every one of us.
Copies of you are generated thousands of times per second. The Many Worlds Theory of quantum behavior says that every time there is a quantum event, a world splits off with everything in it the same, except in that other world the quantum event didn't happen. Step-by-step in Carroll's uniquely lucid way, he tackles the major objections to this otherworldly revelation until his case is inescapably established.
Rarely does a book so fully reorganize how we think about our place in the universe. We are on the threshold of a new understanding-of where we are in the cosmos, and what we are made of.
Review
SEAN CARROLL is a theoretical physicist at the California Institute of Technology, host of the Mindscape podcast, and author of From Eternity to Here, The Particle at the End of the Universe, and The Big Picture. He has been awarded prizes and fellowships by the National Science Foundation, NASA, the American Institute of Physics, and the Royal Society of London, among many others. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, writer Jennifer Ouellette.Praise for Something Deeply Hidden
"What makes Carroll's new project so worthwhile, though, is that while he is most certainly choosing sides in the debate, he offers us a cogent, clear and compelling guide to the subject while letting his passion for the scientific questions shine through every page."-NPR
"Enlightening and refreshingly bold."-Scientific American
"Something Deeply Hidden is Carroll's ambitious and engaging foray into what quantum mechanics really means and what it tells us about physical reality."-Science Magazine
"Solid arguments and engaging historical backdrop will captivate science-minded readers everywhere."-Scientific Inquirer
"Readers in this universe (and others?) will relish the opportunity to explore the frontiers of science in the company of titans."-Booklist
"Fans of popular science authors such as Neil deGrasse Tyson and John Gribbin will find great joy while exploring these groundbreaking concepts."-Library Journal
"[A] challenging, provocative book... moving smoothly through different topics and from objects as small as particles to those as enormous as black holes, Carroll's exploration of quantum theory introduces readers to some of the most groundbreaking ideas in physics today."-Publishers Weekly
"A thrilling tour through what is perhaps humankind's greatest intellectual achievement-quantum mechanics. With bold clarity, Carroll deftly unmasks quantum weirdness to reveal a strange but utterly wondrous reality."-Brian Greene, professor of physics and mathematics, director of the Columbia Center for Theoretical Physics, author of The Elegant Universe
"Sean Carroll's immensely enjoyable Something Deeply Hidden brings readers face to face with the fundamental quantum weirdness of the universe-or should I say universes? And by the end, you may catch yourself finding quantum weirdness not all that weird."-Jordan Ellenberg, professor of mathematics, University of Wisconsin-Madison, author of How Not To Be Wrong
"Sean Carroll is always lucid and funny, gratifyingly readable, while still excavating depths. He advocates an acceptance of quantum mechanics at its most minimal, its most austere - appealing to the allure of the pristine. The consequence is an annihilation of our conventional notions of reality in favor of an utterly surreal world of Many Worlds. Sean includes us in the battle between a simple reality versus a multitude of realities that feels barely on the periphery of human comprehension. He includes us in the ideas, the philosophy, and the foment of revolution. A fascinating and important book."-Janna Levin, professor of physics & astronomy, Barnard College of Columbia University, author of Black Hole Blues
"Sean Carroll beautifully clarifies the debate about the foundations of quantum mechanics, and champions the most elegant, courageous approach: the astonishing "many worlds" interpretation. His explanations of its pros and cons are clear, evenhanded, and philosophically gob smacking."-Steven Strogatz, professor of mathematics, Cornell University, and author of Infinite Powers
"Carroll gives us a front-row seat to the development of a new vision of physics: one that connects our everyday experiences to a dizzying hall-of-mirrors universe in which our very sense of self is challenged. It's a fascinating idea, and one that just might hold clues to a deeper reality."-Katie Mack, theoretical astrophysicist, North Carolina State University, author of The End of Everything (forthcoming)
"I was overwhelmed by tears of joy at seeing so many fundamental issues explained as well as they ever have been. Something Deeply Hidden is a masterpiece, which stands along with Feynman's QED as one of the two best popularizations of quantum mechanics I've ever seen. And if we classify QED as having had different goals, then it's just the best popularization of quantum mechanics I've ever seen, full stop."-Scott Aaronson, professor of computer science at the University of Texas at Austin, and Director of UT's Quantum Information Center
"Irresistible and an absolute treat to read. While this is a book about some of the deepest current mysteries in physics, it is also a book about metaphysics as Carroll lucidly guides us on how to not only think about the true and hidden nature of reality but also how to make sense of it. I loved this book."-Priyamvada Natarajan, theoretical astrophysicist, Yale University, author of Mapping the Heavens
Something Deeply Hidden
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A Science News favorite science book of 2019 As you read these words, copies of you are being created. Sean Carroll, theoretical physicist and one of this world’s most celebrated writers on science, rewrites the history of 20th century physics. Already hailed as a masterpiece, Something Deeply Hidden shows for the first time that facing up to the essential puzzle of quantum mechanics utterly transforms how we think about space and time. His reconciling of quantum mechanics with Einstein’s theory of relativity changes, well, everything. Most physicists haven’t even recognized the uncomfortable truth: physics has been in crisis since 1927. Quantum mechanics has always had obvious gaps—which have come to be simply ignored. Science popularizers keep telling us how weird it is, how impossible it is to understand. Academics discourage students from working on the "dead end" of quantum foundations. Putting his professional reputation on the line with this audacious yet entirely reasonable book, Carroll says that the crisis can now come to an end. We just have to accept that there is more than one of us in the universe. There are many, many Sean Carrolls. Many of every one of us. Copies of you are generated thousands of times per second. The Many Worlds Theory of quantum behavior says that every time there is a quantum event, a world splits off with everything in it the same, except in that other world the quantum event didn't happen. Step-by-step in Carroll's uniquely lucid way, he tackles the major objections to this otherworldly revelation until his case is inescapably established. Rarely does a book so fully reorganize how we think about our place in the universe. We are on the threshold of a new understanding—of where we are in the cosmos, and what we are made of.
INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER As you read these words, copies of you are being created. Sean Carroll, theoretical physicist and one of this world’s most celebrated writers on science, rewrites the history of 20th century physics."
Summary of Sean Carroll's Something Deeply Hidden
Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 Quantum mechanics is the heart and soul of modern physics, and it is used in everything from astrophysics to particle physics. It is the most comprehensive view of reality we have, and it is not magic. #2 The world is fundamentally intelligible, and we have something of a mental block when it comes to quantum mechanics. We need to overcome this, and teach students that quantum mechanics is just a list of rules that we use to make predictions. #3 The first is that quantum mechanics should be understandable, even if we’re not there yet. It is unique among physical theories in drawing an apparent distinction between what we see and what really is. But this challenge isn’t insuperable, and if we free our minds from certain old-fashioned and intuitive ways of thinking, we find that quantum mechanics isn’t hopelessly mystical or inexplicable. #4 The third message is that all this matters, and not just for the integrity of science. The success of the existing adequate but not perfectly coherent framework of quantum mechanics shouldn’t blind us to the fact that there are circumstances under which such an approach simply isn’t up to the task.
Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book."
Thinking About It
Steve Propp most often writes novels, with serious intellectual themes. But this nonfiction book contains writings and essays dealing with a wide variety of topics in the areas of science, religion, philosophy, and politics. The first section includes expansions of topics that were briefly covered in his earlier nonfiction book, Inquiries: Philosophical (2002). Subjects include: Science and the Multiverse; Time Travel; Extraterrestrial Life; Artificial Intelligence; Life after Death, and more. The second section consists of twelve “Lay Sermons,” such as could be addressed to a religious congregation, on topics such as: the Image of God; the Problem of Suffering; Social Justice; Forgiveness; hurtful “divisions” based on gender, sexual orientation, etc.; “Negative” images in the mass media, and others. The third section contains thirty brief topical essays, such as: Family; Education; Loneliness; Freedom; Authority; Justice; Progress; Individuality; Civility; Technology; Emotions; and even Holidays. The final section has several previously unpublished writings.
... of the Laws of Nature Atkins, Peter: Creation Revisited Atkins, Peter: The Creation Ayala, Francisco: Am I a Monkey? ... Sean M.: Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Space-Time Carroll , Sean M.; Craig, ..."
The World in the Wave Function
"What are the ontological implications of quantum theories, that is, what do they tell us about the fundamental objects that make up our world? How should quantum theories make us reevaluate our classical conceptions of the basic constitution of material objects and ourselves? Is there fundamental quantum nonlocality? This book articulates several rival approaches to answering these questions, ultimately defending the wave function realist approach. It is a way of interpreting quantum theories so that the central object they describe is the quantum wave function, interpreted as a field, and that the nonseparability and nonlocality we seem to find in quantum mechanics are ultimately manifestations of a more intuitive, separable and local picture in higher dimensions. quantum mechanics, quantum field theory, wave function, wave function realism, measurement problem, macro-object problem, primitive ontology, quantum entanglement, quantum nonlocality, quantum ontology"--
Carnap, Rudolf. 1947. Empiricism, Semantics, and Ontology. In Meaning and Necessity. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. Carroll , Sean . 2019. Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime . New York: Dutton."
Existential Inertia and Classical Theistic Proofs
This book critically assesses arguments for the existence of the God of classical theism, develops an innovative account of objects’ persistence, and defends new arguments against classical theism. The authors engage the following classical theistic proofs: Aquinas’s First Way, Aquinas’s De Ente argument, and Feser’s Aristotelian, Neo-Platonic, Augustinian, Thomistic, and Rationalist proofs. The authors also provide the first systematic treatment of the ‘existential inertia thesis’. By connecting the thesis to relativity theory and recent developments in the philosophy of physics, and by developing a variety of novel existential-inertia-friendly explanations of persistence, they mount a formidable new case against classical theistic proofs. Finally, they defend new arguments against classical theism based on abstract objects and changing divine knowledge. The text appeals to students, researchers, and others interested in classical theistic proofs, the existence and nature of God, and the ultimate explanations of persistence, change, and contingency.
On the emergence of time in quantum gravity. In The arguments of time, ed. James Butterfield, 111–168. New York: Oxford University Press. Carroll , Sean M. 2019. Something deeply hidden : Quantum worlds and the emergence of space- time ."
The Poetic of Reason: Introducing Rational Poetic Experimentalism
This book introduces and explores Rational Poetic Experimentalism (RPE). According to RPE, it makes sense to regard reason as poetic. Regarding reason this way is the result of experimenting with philosophical ideas. Such experimentation might lead to philosophical truths which might seem very difficult to discover.
Carroll , Sean 2019: Something Deeply Hidden . Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime . Harmondsworth: Penguin. Cartwright, Nancy 1999: The Dappled World: A Study of the Boundaries of Science. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press."
Quantum Reality
Quantum mechanics is an extraordinarily successful scientific theory. It is also completely mad. Although the theory quite obviously works, it leaves us chasing ghosts and phantoms; particles that are waves and waves that are particles; cats that are at once both alive and dead; and lots of seemingly spooky goings-on. But if we're prepared to be a little more specific about what we mean when we talk about 'reality' and a little more circumspect in the way we think a scientific theory might represent such a reality, then all the mystery goes away. This shows that the choice we face is actually a philosophical one. Here, Jim Baggott provides a quick but comprehensive introduction to quantum mechanics for the general reader, and explains what makes this theory so very different from the rest. He also explores the processes involved in developing scientific theories and explains how these lead to different philosophical positions, essential if we are to understand the nature of the great debate between Niels Bohr and Albert Einstein. Moving forwards, Baggott then provides a comprehensive guide to attempts to determine what the theory actually means, from the Copenhagen interpretation to many worlds and the multiverse. Richard Feynman once declared that 'nobody understands quantum mechanics'. This book will tell you why.
Carroll , Sean , Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime (Oneworld, London, 2019). DavieS, P. C. W., and Brown, J. R. (edS), The Ghost in the Atom: A Discussion of the Mysteries of Quantum Physics (Cambridge ..."
Is He Out There?
Is He Out There? is an interdisciplinary examination of the Christian reaction to Dawkinss The God Delusion. That reaction has offered a wide range of counter-arguments, among them: that Dawkinss demonstration of how God almost certainly doesnt exist addresses an out-dated conception of God; that science and religion are not conflictual as Dawkins contends and indeed may well be converging upon an understanding of how God acts in the universe; that Dawkinss denigration of the Bible depends on an overly literal reading; and that Dawkins assumes a narrative of progress in which human beings take the place of God in controlling the course of history. Is He Out There? responds to these arguments in the context of current scientific understanding, biblical criticism and philosophy. Paul Laffan demonstrates how the desire to meet the challenge posed by Dawkinss viewpoint has led to the perversion of scientific theories and accepted positions in other important fields of inquiry. It suggests that Christianity is wedded to a God who is the cause of the universe a classical conception of cause that is anachronistic; that denying the Bible was read for most of the Christian era as offering a literal account of divine creation is a significant misrepresentation of doctrinal history; and that a complete dismissal of progress requires the dismissal of scientific achievement. The author considers the extent to which attractive, secular values like tolerance and freedom of opinion are Christian in source and whether moral systems require God to underwrite them. The wide-ranging nature of Is He Out There? not only provides a review of the state of contemporary Christian apology but is a measured address of the arguments put forward in The God Delusion and indeed of the substantive commentary on Dawkinss thesis.
Feldman , Deborah . Unorthodox : The Scandalous Rejection of My Hasidic Roots , New York : Simon & Schuster , 2012 . Finocchiaro , Maurice A. Retrying Galileo 1633-1992 , Berkeley : University of California Press , 2005 ."
The Many Voices of Modern Physics
The Many Voices of Modern Physics follows a revolution that began in 1905 when Albert Einstein published papers on special relativity and quantum theory. Unlike Newtonian physics, this new physics often departs wildly from common sense, a radical divorce that presents a unique communicative challenge to physicists when writing for other physicists or for the general public, and to journalists and popular science writers as well. In their two long careers, Joseph Harmon and the late Alan Gross have explored how scientists communicate with each other and with the general public. Here, they focus not on the history of modern physics but on its communication. In their survey of physics communications and related persuasive practices, they move from peak to peak of scientific achievement, recalling how physicists use the communicative tools available—in particular, thought experiments, analogies, visuals, and equations—to convince others that what they say is not only true but significant, that it must be incorporated into the body of scientific and general knowledge. Each chapter includes a chorus of voices, from the many celebrated physicists who devoted considerable time and ingenuity to communicating their discoveries, to the science journalists who made those discoveries accessible to the public, and even to philosophers, sociologists, historians, an opera composer, and a patent lawyer. With their final collaboration, Harmon and Gross offer a tribute to the communicative practices of the physicists who convinced their peers and the general public that the universe is a far more bizarre and interesting place than their nineteenth-century predecessors imagined.
“Newly Discovered Radio Radiation May Provide a Clue to the Origin of the Universe. ... Carroll , Sean . Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime . New York: Dutton, 2019. Cassidy, David. “Quantum Mechanics ..."
Dunia Menurut Fisika
Fisika adalah cabang sains yang menjelaskan cara kerja seluruh bagian dunia, dari yang terbesar sampai terkecil, dari awal waktu sampai masa depan yang jauh. Dunia Menurut Fisika merupakan pengantar singkat yang menjabarkan fisika klasik dan modern dengan sederhana bagi pembaca awam maupun ahli, mulai dari konsep-konsep dasar seperti skala, ruang, waktu, energi, dan zat, hingga tiga pilar fisika modern: mekanika kuantum, relativitas, dan termodinamika.
The Unfinished Quest for the Meaning of Quantum Physics (London: John Murray; New York: Basic Books, 2018). Sean Carroll , Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime (London: OneWorld; New York: Dutton, 2019)."
Tomorrow's Troubles
The first examination of predictive technology from the perspective of Catholic theology Probabilistic predictions of future risk govern much of society. In business and politics alike, institutional structures manage risk by controlling the behavior of consumers and citizens. New technologies comb through past data to predict and shape future action. Choosing between possible future paths can cause anxiety as every decision becomes a calculation to achieve the most optimal outcome. Tomorrow’s Troubles is the first book to use virtue ethics to analyze these pressing issues. Paul Scherz uses a theological analysis of risk and practical reason to show how risk-based decision theory reorients our relationships to the future through knowledge of possible dangers and foregone opportunities—and fosters a deceptive hope for total security. Scherz presents this view of temporality as problematic because it encourages a desire for stability through one’s own efforts instead of reliance on God. He also argues that the largest problem with predictive models is that they do not address individual reason and free will. Instead of dwelling on a future, we cannot control, we can use our past experiences and the Christian tradition to focus on discerning God’s will in the present. Tomorrow’s Troubles offers a thoughtful new framework that will help Christians benefit from the positive aspects of predictive technologies while recognizing God’s role in our lives and our futures.
How Our Days Became Numbered: Risk and the Rise of the Statistical Individual. ... Carroll , Sean . Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime . New York: E. P. Dutton, 2019. Carruthers, Mary."
Tales of the Turing Church: Hacking religion, enlightening science, awakening technology
This book explores intersections of science and religion, spirituality and technology, engineering and science fiction, mind and matter, and outlines a new cosmic, transhumanist religion. Hacking religion, enlightening science, awakening technology.
QED: The Strange Theory of Light and Matter. Princeton University Press, 2006. ... [ Susskind 2014] Leonard Susskind , Art Friedman . ... Susskind , Art Friedman . Special Relativity and Classical Field Theory: The Theoretical Minimum ."
Enigmas
Arising from the 2020 Darwin College Lectures, this book presents eight essays from prominent public intellectuals on the theme of Enigmas. Each author examines this theme through the lens of their own particular area of expertise, together constituting an illuminating and diverse interdisciplinary volume. Enigmas features contributions by professor of physics Sean M. Carroll, author Jo Marchant, writer and broadcaster Adam Rutherford, professor of earth sciences Tamsin A. Mather, professor of the history of the book Erik Kwakkel, reader in cultural history Tiffany Watt Smith, mathematician and public speaker James Grime, assistant professor of positive AI J. Derek Lomas, and explorer Albert Y.- M. Lin. This volume will appeal to anyone fascinated by puzzles and mysteries, solved and unsolved.
Quantum mechanics is all about the wave function, which we use to calculate the probability of getting particular ... basic formulation.5 5 Sean M. Carroll , Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime (Boston, ..."
Reality and Waves
Quantum Physics suggests that life in the world is about engaging with and entangling in its waves. Its concept of complementarity also makes possible the affirmation of God's consistent actions in the universe without violating Scientific findings, an affirmation that offers resources for dealing with life's waves.
A Quantum Physics Cosmology, Philosophy of Religion, and Ethic Mark Ellingsen ... 147–155, PS23; Sean Carroll , Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime (New York: Dutton, 2019), p. 74. 30."
Helgoland
The instant Sunday Times bestseller -- a beautiful story of rebellion and science 'Popular science has rarely been so good' Prospect 'A triumph. . . We are left in a world that is not disenchanted by science, but even more magical' Financial Times In June 1925, twenty-three-year-old Werner Heisenberg, suffering from hay fever, had retreated to the treeless, wind-battered island of Helgoland in the North Sea in order to think. Walking all night, by dawn he had wrestled with an idea that would transform the whole of science and our very conception of the world. In Helgoland Carlo Rovelli tells the story of the birth of quantum physics and its bright young founders who were to become some of the most famous Nobel winners in science. It is a celebration of youthful rebellion and intellectual revolution. An invitation to a magical place. Here Rovelli illuminates competing interpretations of this science and offers his own original view, describing the world we touch as a fabric woven by relations. Where we, as every other thing around us, exist in our interactions with one another, in a never-ending game of mirrors. A dazzling work from a celebrated scientist and master storyteller, Helgoland transports us to dizzying heights, reminding us of the many pleasures of the life of the mind. Translated by Erica Segre and Simon Carnell Chosen as a Book of the Year by The Times, Financial Times, Sunday Times, Guardian and Prospect
For a recent defence of this interpretation, see Sean Carroll , Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime (New York: Dutton Books, 2019). It is not enough to know the ψ wave and Schrödinger's equation in ..."
A Tale of Two Infinities
'An incredible tour of our universe's greatest mysteries' Professor Dan Hooper This cutting-edge book investigates the extraordinary potential of multimessenger astronomy to revolutionise our understanding of the universe The spectacular advances of modern astronomy have opened our horizon on an unexpected cosmos: a dark, mysterious universe, populated by enigmatic entities we know very little about, like black holes, or nothing at all, like dark matter and dark energy. This book discusses the extraordinary potential of a new discipline dubbed 'multimessenger astronomy', combining the traditional approach based on the observation of light from celestial objects, with a new method based on other 'messengers' - such as gravitational waves, neutrinos, and cosmic rays - that carry information from otherwise inaccessible corners of the universe. Interweaving the discussion of multimessenger astronomy with an exploration of the surprising connections between the study of the universe on the largest scales, and the physics of the infinitely small, this text provides an accessible and fascinating introduction to cutting-edge findings in recent cosmology which could soon revolutionize our understanding of the universe.
Gravitational Waves and the Quantum Origin of the Universe's Biggest Mysteries Gianfranco Bertone ... Sean Carroll , author of Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime * This is an excellent book that will ..."
The Sacred Depths of Nature
"When people talk about religion, most soon mention the major religious traditions of our times, but then, thinking further, most mention as well the religions of Indigenous peoples and of such vanished civilizations as ancient Greece and Egypt and Persia. That is, we have come to understand that there are-and have been-many different religions; anthropologists estimate the total in the thousands. They also estimate that there have been thousands of human cultures, which is to say that the making of a culture and the making of its religion go together: each religion is embedded in its cultural history. True, certain religions have attempted, and variously succeeded, in crossing cultural boundaries to "convert the heathens," but the invaded cultures usually put their unmistakable stamp on what they import, as evinced by the pulsating percussive Catholic masses sung in Africa. In the end, each of these religions addresses two fundamental human concerns: How Things Are and Which Things Matter. How Things Are is articulated as a Cosmology or Cosmos: How the natural world came to be, how humans came to be, what happens after we die, the origins of evil and tragedy and natural disaster and love. Which Things Matter becomes codified as a Morality or Ethos: the Judaic Ten Commandments, the Christian Sermon on the Mount, the Five Pillars of Islam, the Buddhist Vinaya, the Confucian Five Relations, and the understandings inherent in numerous Indigenous traditions. The role of a religion is to integrate the Cosmology and the Morality, to render the cosmological narrative so rich and compelling that it elicits our allegiance and our commitment to its attendant moral understandings. As a culture evolves, a distinctive Cosmos and Ethos appears in its co-evolving religion. For billions of us, back to the early humans, the stories, ceremonies and art associated with our religions-of-origin have been central to our lives. I stand in awe of these religions. I have no need to take on their contradictions or immiscibility, any more than I would quarrel with the fact that Scottish bagpipe ceremonies coexist with Japanese tea ceremonies. And indeed, the failure of Soviet Marxism to obliterate Russian Orthodoxy, and of Maoism to obliterate Buddhism, Confucianism, or Daoism, and of Christianity to obliterate Indigenous understandings, reminds us that projects designed to overthrow religious traditions face strong headwinds"--
... the World (Princeton University Press, 2018); Sean Carroll , Spacetime and Geometry: An Introduction to General Relativity (Cambridge University Press, 2019) and Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime ..."
The World According to Physics
Scale -- Space and time -- Energy and matter -- The quantum world -- Thermodynamics and the arrow of time -- Unification -- The future of physics -- The usefulness of physics -- Thinking like a physicist.
Sean Carroll , Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime (London: OneWorld; New York: Dutton, 2019). James T. Cushing, Quantum Mechanics: Historical Contingency and the Copenhagen Hegemony (Chicago and ..."
Brief History of Timekeeping
‘Entertaining and engrossing’ Sean Carroll Press the snooze button on your alarm once too often and you soon remember the importance of good timekeeping. That need to tell the time connects you to over five thousand years of human history, from the first solstice markers at Newgrange to quartz crystal oscillating in your watch today. Science underpins time: measuring the movement of Sun, Earth and Moon, and unlocking the mysteries of quantum mechanics and relativity theory – the key to ultra-precise atomic clocks. Yet time is also socially decided: the Gregorian calendar we use today came out of fraught politics, while the ancient Maya used sophisticated astronomical observations to produce a calendar system unlike any other. In his quirky and accessible style, Chad Orzel reveals the wondrous physics that makes time something we can set, measure and know.
— Sean Carroll , author of Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime “A deliciously detailed journey through the astonishing ticks and tocks of timekeeping, from neolithic henges and Mayan number systems to ..."
The History of the Universe in 1000 Words or Less
"A Brief Guide to the Cosmos: From the Big Bang to the End of Time" This book is an insightful, understandable, and contemporary perspective on the largest scientific mysteries and provides insight into complex universe-related concerns. The book provides answers to questions about what makes up the majority of the universe, what existed prior to the Big Bang and what exists outside of our universe, whether time always moves forward, whether the universe is infinite or constrained by physical laws, the size of space, and the mass of the universe. This book takes us on an incredible journey through the past, present, and future as well as through physics, astronomy, and mathematics. It demystifies for laymen concepts like antimatter, quarks, black holes, dark energy, and the big bang and completely changes how we view the universe and its fundamental truths. In "The History of the Universe in 1000 Words or Less: The Origin and Fate of the Universe," readers are taken on a concise yet comprehensive journey through the history of the universe, from its mysterious origins to its ultimate fate. Starting with the Big Bang, the book explains how the universe began and how it has evolved over billions of years. From the formation of stars and galaxies to the emergence of life on Earth, the book covers all the major milestones in the history of the cosmos. But the book is not just a collection of facts and figures. It also explores some of the biggest questions in science and philosophy, such as the nature of time, the existence of other universes, and the ultimate fate of the cosmos. Written in a clear, accessible style and filled with colorful illustrations and diagrams, "The History of the Universe in 1000 Words or Less" is the perfect introduction to the history of the universe for anyone who wants to understand the grandeur and wonder of the cosmos in a concise and engaging way. Whether you're a student of science, a curious reader, or just someone who loves to ponder the mysteries of the universe, this book is sure to captivate and inspire you.
... Book by Anil Ananthaswamy • Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime Book by Sean Carroll • Black Holes: The Reith Lectures Book by Stephen Hawking • The Trouble with Physics: The Rise of String Theory,"
Surprising Things About the Universe
"Exploring the Uncharted Territories of the Cosmos: A Journey Through Enigmatic and Unusual Phenomena in Space" After sleeping through a hundred million years in wisps, ashes and smoking gun, we – the rational beings developed from the Darwin's principle of natural selection − still don't fully understand space, our solar system, and the galaxy. The entire cosmos, of which the planet Earth and the human species are a part, is made up of space, time, matter, and energy. Astronomers' understanding of the cosmos is always changing since there are billions of stars and galaxies, as well as stormy planets, exploding stars and weird black holes in our own galaxy that have not yet been thoroughly examined or defined. But we – a hoard of talking monkeys whose consciousness is from a collection of connected neurons – do currently know some extremely interesting things about the universe. How did the Universe begin? What elements make up stars? What is the true nature of the universe? Have there ever been inhabitants of Mars? How many moons could fit inside earth? From its accelerated expansion to dark matter and energy, the universe continues to amaze and perplex us. The size of the cosmos is unknown, but one thing is for certain: it is vast. The concept of something so enormous can make our existence on the planet Earth feel insignificant because there is obviously a lot of exciting stuff going on in there. This book takes us on a voyage across the galaxy, visiting all the planets, the Moon, the Sun, stars, black holes, comets, asteroids, and more. This is a great addition to your bookshelf whether you are working on an astronomical assignment or you simply want to learn more about our amazing universe. In "Surprising Things About the Universe: Collection of Fascinating and Enigmatic Facts about the Universe, Space, and Planets," readers are taken on a journey through some of the most surprising and intriguing aspects of the universe. From the bizarre behavior of quantum particles to the strange properties of black holes, the book covers a wide range of topics in a way that is both accessible and engaging. With each page, readers will discover fascinating facts and insights that challenge their understanding of the universe. But the book is not just a collection of random facts. It also explores some of the deeper mysteries of the universe, such as the nature of dark matter and dark energy, the possibility of parallel universes, and the search for extraterrestrial life. Written in a lively and entertaining style and filled with colorful illustrations and photographs, "Surprising Things About the Universe" is the perfect book for anyone who loves to ponder the mysteries of the cosmos. Whether you're a student of science, a curious reader, or just someone who wants to explore the universe in a new and exciting way, this book is sure to captivate and inspire you.
... Book by Anil Ananthaswamy • Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime Book by Sean Carroll • Black Holes: The Reith Lectures Book by Stephen Hawking • The Trouble with Physics: The Rise of String Theory,"
Leibnizing
Why read Leibniz today? Can we still learn from him and not just about him? This book argues that Leibniz offers a powerful, productive model for transdisciplinary thinking that can push back against the narrowness of the humanities today. Richard Halpern recasts Leibniz as a great writer as well as a great philosopher, demonstrating that his philosophical project cannot be fully understood without taking its literary elements into account. He shows Leibniz to be a prescient thinker about art and beauty whose insights into the relationship between aesthetic experience and thought remain invaluable. Leibnizing asks readers to follow the dynamic movement of Leibniz’s writing instead of attempting to grasp a static philosophical system and to pay careful attention to the rhetorical and stylistic registers of Leibniz’s work as well as its conceptual and logical dimensions. For philosophers, this book offers a novel approach to reading and interpreting Leibniz. For literary and other theorists, it showcases the relevance of Leibniz’s thought to areas from aesthetics to politics and from metaphysics to computer science. Written in a lucid and even witty style, Leibnizing provides readers with an accessible entryway into Leibniz’s sometimes forbidding but ultimately rewarding philosophical vision.
And for many-worlds theory in particular (perhaps the most widespread alternative to the Copenhagen interpretation), see Sean Carroll , Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime (Boston: Dutton, 2019)."
Transformer
'One of my favourite science writers' Bill Gates 'Hugely important' Jim Al-Khalili For decades, biology has been dominated by information - the power of genes. Yet there is no difference in information content between a living cell and one that died a moment ago. A better question goes back to the formative years of biology: what processes animate cells and set them apart from lifeless matter? In Transformer, Nick Lane turns the standard view upside down, capturing an extraordinary scientific renaissance that is hiding in plain sight. At its core is an amazing cycle of reactions that uses energy to transform inorganic molecules into the building blocks of life - and the reverse. To understand this cycle is to fathom the deep coherence of the living world. It connects the origin of life with the devastation of cancer, the first photosynthetic bacteria with our own mitochondria, sulphurous sludges with the emergence of consciousness, and the trivial differences between ourselves with the large-scale history of our planet.
Nick Lane brings together biology , chemistry and physics to illuminate the role of energy in bringing matter alive . ' Sean Carroll , author of Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime ' Nick Lane never ..."
Transcend
A bold reimagining of Maslow's famous hierarchy of needs--and new insights for realizing your full potential and living your most creative, fulfilled, and connected life. When psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman first discovered Maslow's unfinished theory of transcendence, sprinkled throughout a cache of unpublished journals, lectures, and essays, he felt a deep resonance with his own work and life. In this groundbreaking book, Kaufman picks up where Maslow left off, unraveling the mysteries of his unfinished theory, and integrating these ideas with the latest research on attachment, connection, creativity, love, purpose and other building blocks of a life well lived. Kaufman's new hierarchy of needs provides a roadmap for finding purpose and fulfillment--not by striving for money, success, or "happiness," but by becoming the best version of ourselves, or what Maslow called self-actualization. While self-actualization is often thought of as a purely individual pursuit, Maslow believed that the full realization of potential requires a merging between self and the world. We don't have to choose either self-development or self-sacrifice, but at the highest level of human potential we show a deep integration of both. Transcend reveals this level of human potential that connects us not only to our highest creative potential, but also to one another. With never-before-published insights and new research findings, along with exercises and opportunities to gain insight into your own unique personality, this empowering book is a manual for self-analysis and nurturing a deeper connection not only with our highest potential but also with the rest of humanity.
– Sean Carroll , author of Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime “Drawing on a vast range of source material, Kaufman has singlehandedly helped to reposition Maslow and humanistic psychology from the ..."
Geometry of Grief
Geometry -- Grief -- Beauty -- Story -- Fractal -- Beyond -- Appendix: More Math.
Sean Carroll , Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime (New York: Dutton, 2019). 11. Some details, and more examples, of fractals generated with memory are given in section 2.5 of Michael Frame and Amelia ..."
Mathematical Universe
"Exploring the Hidden Geometry of the Cosmos" We become more aware of how little we know about how the cosmos functions as we learn more about it. The Universe is full of secrets, from the doorstep of our own Solar System to the far-off shores of the intergalactic ocean. With the help of a large number of telescopes and satellites, we have increased our understanding of the universe. We have been investigating the history of the cosmos, from the Big Bang through comets' peculiarities and our curiosity about the chemistry of stars. One thing unites many of the most prevalent theories: they start from a mathematical framework that aims to explain more than our existing leading theories can. We Humans, inquisitive creatures shaped by Darwin's theory of natural selection, are used to asking questions. The question is not 'do we know everything from the very nature of physical laws to the underlying discomfort of the ultimate question of our place in the Universe?' or it is 'do we know enough?' But how does the creative principle reside in mathematics? There's something very mathematical about our gigantic Cosmos, and that the more carefully we look, the more equations are built into nature: From basic arithmetic to the calculation of rocket trajectories, math provides a good understanding of the equations that govern the world around us. Our universe isn't just described by math, but that universe is a "grand book" written in the language of mathematics. We find it very appropriate that mathematics has played a striking role in our expanding understanding of the universe − its origin, composition and destiny. In "Mathematical Universe: Our Search for the Ultimate Nature of Reality," readers are taken on a fascinating journey through the history of mathematics, physics, and philosophy to explore the ultimate nature of reality. Starting with the ancient Greeks and their study of geometry, the book follows the development of mathematical concepts through the centuries, showing how they have shaped our understanding of the physical world. From the laws of motion to the theory of relativity, the book explains how mathematics has been integral to the development of physics and our understanding of the universe. But what if the universe itself is a mathematical structure? This is the provocative idea at the heart of the book. Drawing on the latest discoveries in physics, the author argues that the universe is not just described by mathematics, but that it is mathematics - a vast, complex, and beautiful structure that underlies all of reality. The implications of this idea are far-reaching, touching on everything from the nature of consciousness to the possibility of other universes. But the book is not just a work of theory; it is also a call to action. The author argues that by studying mathematics, we can unlock the secrets of the universe and make great strides towards solving some of the biggest problems facing humanity. Written in clear, accessible language and filled with fascinating anecdotes and insights, "Mathematical Universe: Our Search for the Ultimate Nature of Reality" is a thought-provoking and inspiring read for anyone interested in the intersection of mathematics, physics, and philosophy.
... Book by Anil Ananthaswamy • Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime Book by Sean Carroll • Black Holes: The Reith Lectures Book by Stephen Hawking • The Trouble with Physics: The Rise of String Theory,"
Understanding the Universe
A Scientific Introduction to Subatomic particles, Alien Intelligence, and Human Space Exploration (For the Cosmically Curious): There are many fundamental questions about the universe that have intrigued scientists, philosophers, and ordinary people for centuries. Here are a few of them: What is the universe made of? This is one of the most basic questions about the universe. Scientists have identified a number of different types of matter and energy, including atoms, subatomic particles, dark matter, and dark energy, but there is still much we don't know. How did the universe begin? The origin of the universe is a subject of intense study and debate. The prevailing theory is the Big Bang, which suggests that the universe began as a singularity and has been expanding ever since. What is the ultimate fate of the universe? Will it keep on expanding indefinitely or will it ultimately come to an end? Some theories suggest that the universe may end in a "big rip" or a "big crunch," while others suggest that it will continue to expand indefinitely. What is the nature of space and time? These are fundamental concepts that are still not fully understood. Some theories suggest that space and time are intertwined and that they can be distorted by the presence of matter and energy. Are there other universes beyond our own? Some theories suggest that our universe may be just one of many in a "multiverse." Although this theory is yet hypothetical, it is a fascinating concept that could have significant ramifications for our comprehension of the cosmos. These are just a few of the many fundamental questions about the universe that scientists and philosophers continue to explore. "Understanding the Universe: Quarks, Leptons and the Big Bang" is a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles that govern the universe we live in. From the tiniest particles to the grandest structures in the cosmos, this book takes readers on a journey of discovery through the mysteries of modern physics and cosmology. Starting with an introduction to the basic building blocks of matter, the book delves into the strange world of quarks and leptons, exploring their properties and interactions. It then examines the forces that govern the behavior of matter, including the strong and weak nuclear forces, electromagnetism, and gravity. The book also covers the history of the universe, from its origins in the Big Bang to the present day, and discusses the evolution of stars and galaxies. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the structure of the universe, its expansion, and the mysterious dark matter and dark energy that make up the vast majority of its mass. Filled with engaging examples, clear explanations, and fascinating insights, "Understanding the Universe: Quarks, Leptons and the Big Bang" is a must-read for anyone interested in the inner workings of the cosmos. Whether you're a student of physics, a science enthusiast, or simply curious about the universe, this book will provide you with a solid foundation for understanding the world around us.
... Book by Anil Ananthaswamy • Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime Book by Sean Carroll • Black Holes: The Reith Lectures Book by Stephen Hawking • The Trouble with Physics: The Rise of String Theory,"
A Mathematician's Journey to the Edge of the Universe
"Into the Void: A Journey Through the Cosmos" We refer to the totality of all objects that exist in space as the "universe." It contains countless stars, galaxies, black holes, vast gas clouds, and a variety of other amazing objects. A few beliefs about how our Universe was born and how it will perish were irrevocably altered by the unexpected discovery that space is not only expanding, but expanding ever faster. Most people find it too difficult and overwhelming to consider the subject of our universe. We can identify with it. Our mind begins to stumble when the topic is brought up, and we begin to doubt one's intelligence in our search for an understanding of the Universe we live in. We spend time looking at the amazing story of how humankind's understanding of the universe has evolved, from Copernicus and Newton through Einstein, Hubble, and beyond. Detailed with the most interesting facts about the universe − this book will extend your mind for a better understanding of our intriguing cosmos whether you're an astrophysicist collecting nice pics of the night sky, a casual viewer of the constellations, or a dedicated scholar working in the field of physics and astronomy. This book takes readers on a journey through the Laws of the Cosmos to the origins and structure of the cosmos, covering the Big Bang, stellar evolution, and gravitational waves. Beginners looking for an accessible introduction to the contemporary understanding of the Universe should pick up this book. It's an interesting read that serves as a fantastic starting point for further research on any subject that grabs the reader's attention. "A Mathematician's Journey to the Edge of the Universe: What's the Ultimate Question?" is a captivating exploration of the cosmos through the lens of mathematics. From the mysteries of dark matter to the behavior of black holes, "A Mathematician's Journey to the Edge of the Universe" explores the cutting edge of modern cosmology and astrophysics, drawing on the latest research and discoveries to shed light on some of the most profound questions about the universe. Ultimately, this book is not just about mathematics and the universe, but about the human quest for knowledge and understanding. It invites readers to join the author on a journey of discovery and exploration, and to contemplate the ultimate question for themselves.
... Book by Anil Ananthaswamy Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime Book by Sean Carroll • Black Holes : The Reith Lectures Book by Stephen Hawking The Trouble with Physics : The Rise of String Theory."
Extraterrestrial
Harvard's top astronomer lays out his controversial theory that our solar system was recently visited by advanced alien technology from a distant star
SEAN CARROLL , New York Times best-selling author of Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime “An exciting and eloquent case that we might have seen a sign of intelligent life near Earth ..."
Stephen Hawking
CHOSEN AS A BOOK OF THE YEAR BY THE GUARDIAN, DAILY TELEGRAPH, NEW STATESMAN AND BBC SCIENCE FOCUS 'An intimate, unique, and inspiring perspective on the life and work of one of the greatest minds of our time. Filled with insight, humour, and never-before-told stories, it's a view of Stephen Hawking that few have seen and all will appreciate' James Clear, author of Atomic Habits An icon of the last fifty years, Stephen Hawking seems to encapsulate genius: not since Albert Einstein has a scientific figure held such a position in popular consciousness. In this enthralling memoir, writer and physicist Leonard Mlodinow tells the story of his friend and their collaboration, offering an intimate account of this giant of science. The two met in 2003, when Stephen asked Leonard if he would consider writing a book with him, the follow up to the bestselling A Brief History of Time. As they spent years working on a second book, The Grand Design, they forged a deep connection and Leonard gained a much better understanding of Stephen's daily life and struggles -- as well as his compassion and good humour. Together they obsessed over the perfect sentence, debated the physics, and occasionally punted on Cambridge's waterways with champagne and strawberries. In time, Leonard was able to finish Stephen's jokes, chide his sporadic mischief, and learn how the hardships of his illness helped forge that unique perspective on the universe. By weaving together their shared story with a clear-sighted portrayal of Hawking's scientific achievements, Mlodinow creates a beautiful portrait of Stephen Hawking as a brilliant, impish and generous man whose life was not only exceptional but also genuinely inspiring.
As educational as it is touching, this is a deeply human look at a mind that spanned the cosmos' Sean Carroll , author of Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime In memory of Stephen Hawking 1942–2018."
Artificial Intelligence
Melanie Mitchell separates science fact from science fiction in this sweeping examination of the current state of AI and how it is remaking our world No recent scientific enterprise has proved as alluring, terrifying, and filled with extravagant promise and frustrating setbacks as artificial intelligence. The award-winning author Melanie Mitchell, a leading computer scientist, now reveals AI’s turbulent history and the recent spate of apparent successes, grand hopes, and emerging fears surrounding it. In Artificial Intelligence, Mitchell turns to the most urgent questions concerning AI today: How intelligent—really—are the best AI programs? How do they work? What can they actually do, and when do they fail? How humanlike do we expect them to become, and how soon do we need to worry about them surpassing us? Along the way, she introduces the dominant models of modern AI and machine learning, describing cutting-edge AI programs, their human inventors, and the historical lines of thought underpinning recent achievements. She meets with fellow experts such as Douglas Hofstadter, the cognitive scientist and Pulitzer Prize–winning author of the modern classic Gödel, Escher, Bach, who explains why he is “terrified” about the future of AI. She explores the profound disconnect between the hype and the actual achievements in AI, providing a clear sense of what the field has accomplished and how much further it has to go. Interweaving stories about the science of AI and the people behind it, Artificial Intelligence brims with clear-sighted, captivating, and accessible accounts of the most interesting and provocative modern work in the field, flavored with Mitchell’s humor and personal observations. This frank, lively book is an indispensable guide to understanding today’s AI, its quest for “human-level” intelligence, and its impact on the future for us all.
— Sean Carroll , author of Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime “Melanie Mitchell writes about AI with a warm, friendly voice and an unpretentious brilliance that no machine could hope to match ... for ..."
The End of Everything
Mack looks at five ways the universe could end, and the lessons each scenario reveals about the most important concepts in cosmology. --From publisher description.
— Sean Carroll , author of Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime “Joyous, beautiful, and strange ... filled with brilliant moments where you just have to stop and stare out of the window for a while."
Where Did the Universe Come From? And Other Cosmic Questions
Do you ever look up to the stars and wonder about what is out there? Over the last few centuries, humans have successfully unraveled much of the language of the universe, exploring and defining formerly mysterious phenomena such as electricity, magnetism, and matter through the beauty of mathematics. But some secrets remain beyond our realm of understanding—and seemingly beyond the very laws and theories we have relied on to make sense of the universe we inhabit. It is clear that the quantum, the world of atoms and electrons, is entwined with the cosmos, a universe of trillions of stars and galaxies...but exactly how these two extremes of human understanding interact remains a mystery. Where Did the Universe Come From? And Other Cosmic Questions allows readers to eavesdrop on a conversation between award-winning physicists Chris Ferrie and Geraint F. Lewis as they examine the universe through the two unifying and yet often contradictory lenses of classical physics and quantum mechanics, tackling questions such as: Where did the universe come from? Why do dying stars rip themselves apart Do black holes last forever? What is left for humans to discover? A brief but fascinating exploration of the vastness of the universe, this book will have armchair physicists turning the pages until their biggest and smallest questions about the cosmos have been answered.
A recent defense of this interpretation was given in lucid fashion by Sean M. Carroll in Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime (New York: Dutton, 2019). PART 3: THE QUANTUM OF COSMOS FUTURE 1 2 Why don't ..."
The Logic of Social Science
"Mahoney's starting point is the problem of essentialism in social science. Essentialism--the belief that the members of a category possess hidden properties ("essences") that make them members of the category and that endow them with a certain nature--is appropriate for scientific categories ("atoms\
Carroll , Sean . 2017. “Why Boltzmann Brains Are Bad.” Manuscript, Walter Burke Institute for Theoretical Physics, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, ... Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime ."
The Teleological and Kalam Cosmological Arguments Revisited
A prominent issue in many contemporary philosophy of religion debates concerns whether the universe has a Designer. This book moves the discussion ahead in a significant way by devising an original deductive formulation of the Teleological Argument (TA) which demonstrates that the following are the only possible categories of hypotheses concerning fine-tuning and order: (i) chance, (ii) regularity, (iii) combinations of regularity and chance, (iv) uncaused, and (v) design. This book also demonstrates that there are essential features of each category such that, while the alternatives to design are unlikely, the Design Hypothesis is not, and that one can argue for design by exclusion without having to first assign a prior probability for design. By combining the TA with the Kalam Cosmological Argument (KCA) which it defends against various objections, this book responds to the God-of-the-gaps objection by demonstrating that the conclusion of the KCA-TA is not based on gaps which can be filled by further scientific progress, but follows from deduction and exclusion. This is an open access book.
Carroll , Sean . 2010. From Eternity to Here: The Quest for the Ultimate Theory of Time. New York: Dutton. ———. 2012. In 'Does the universe need ... Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime . New York: Dutton."
The One
A particle physicist makes the scientific case for an ancient idea about the nature of the universe: that all is One In The One, particle physicist Heinrich Päs presents a bold idea: fundamentally, everything in the universe is an aspect of one unified whole. The idea, called monism, has a rich three-thousand-year history: Plato believed that “all is one” before monism was rejected as irrational and suppressed as a heresy by the medieval Church. Nevertheless, monism persisted, inspiring Enlightenment science and Romantic poetry. Päs aims to show how monism could inspire physics today, how it could slice through the intellectual stagnation that has bogged down progress in modern physics and help the field achieve the grand theory of everything it has been chasing for decades. Blending physics, philosophy, and the history of ideas, The One is an epic, mind-expanding journey through millennia of human thought and into the nature of reality itself.
The multiverse interpretation of quantum mechanics. ... A history of entanglement: Decoherence and the interpretation problem. ... Sean . 2019a. Something Deeply Hidden . Dutton. Carroll . Sean 2019b. The hidden truth about spacetime ."
The Routledge Companion to Philosophy of Physics
The Routledge Companion to Philosophy of Physics is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the state of the art in the philosophy of physics. It comprisess 54 self-contained chapters written by leading philosophers of physics at both senior and junior levels, making it the most thorough and detailed volume of its type on the market – nearly every major perspective in the field is represented. The Companion’s 54 chapters are organized into 12 parts. The first seven parts cover all of the major physical theories investigated by philosophers of physics today, and the last five explore key themes that unite the study of these theories. I. Newtonian Mechanics II. Special Relativity III. General Relativity IV. Non-Relativistic Quantum Theory V. Quantum Field Theory VI. Quantum Gravity VII. Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics VIII. Explanation IX. Intertheoretic Relations X. Symmetries XI. Metaphysics XII. Cosmology The difficulty level of the chapters has been carefully pitched so as to offer both accessible summaries for those new to philosophy of physics and standard reference points for active researchers on the front lines. An introductory chapter by the editors maps out the field, and each part also begins with a short summary that places the individual chapters in context. The volume will be indispensable to any serious student or scholar of philosophy of physics.
Sean M. Carroll is Research Professor of Physics at Caltech and External Professor at the Santa Fe Institute. His most recent book is Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Worlds and the Emergence of Spacetime (E.P. Dutton, 2019)."
The Teachers of Spiritual Wisdom
We call attention to the harsh reality that we are living in troubled times. We are especially conscious of climate change and COVID-19. We underline that these challenges impact all people. In light of this reality, we use ten primary questions that all human beings ask, consciously or unconsciously, and then amplify each of the ten primary questions with nine additional sub-questions. We then draw upon one of the great teachers of spiritual wisdom (Buddha, Moses, Jesus, Muhammad, etc.) with a brief quote and then write a short "wisdom" response to the question. By "wisdom" we mean a body of accumulated reflection about the character and meaning of life. Spiritual wisdom suggests an outlook or attitude that enables us to cope, a deeper way of knowing and learning the art of living in rhythm with the soul. We use the life experience of three authors, coming from different religious and cultural outlooks.
His newer book, Something Deeply Hidden : Quantum Words and the Emergence of Spacetime , 2019, ... Edward O. Wilson, a noted American scientist, agrees with both Sean Carroll and Richard Dawkins that naturalism and evolution provide our ..."
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